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YY12 LPV

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,780 mi
Last recorded106,780 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 LPV
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 106,780 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 96,349 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 82,419 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 82,419 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 73,891 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 64,092 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 52,609 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 40,694 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2016 39,086 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 31,249 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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YY12 LPV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY12 LPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YY12 LPV registered?

YY12 LPV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is YY12 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY12 LPV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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